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Modern Crochet Ideas for New Baby
Cute and practical. Free patterns–perfect for making a quick gift
by Catherine Gannon Taintor
November 2022
CREATE A STROLLER BLANKET THAT IS ADORABLE AND UP-TO-THE-MINUTE
- Choose brightly colored yarn or variegated yarn
- Match your color combo to the new Mom’s personality and favorite colors
- Crochet a blanket in new parents’ team (or university) colors
- Make it the perfect size for a stroller (22-30” by 30-36”)
- Buy baby yarn or yarn that won’t irritate a baby’s sensitive skin
- Be sure the yarn is machine washable!!
- Buy yarn that is affordable. (Bernat Baby is a popular choice. There are many other yarn brands available. Bernat Baby Blanket Yarn, bulky yarn weight; Bernat Softee Chunky; Bernat Forever Fleece, super bulky.)
STROLLER BLANKETS
Free crochet baby blanket patterns. Many of these blankets include a crocheted toy or a baby book to buy to match the blanket.
Fleecy Ribbons Blanket. An easy, chunky blanket that works up fast.
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FUN BOOTIES, HEADBANDS, AND HATS
MAISIE AND RUTH PRETTY SIMPLE CROCHET: Free crochet patterns for booties, headbands, and beanies
Chunky Crochet Baby Booties. Cute, fast baby booties.
Baby Bear Beanie. Crocheted baby bear hat.
BEGIN CROCHET: 14 easy free crochet headband patterns
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BUYING ONLINE YARN
Pros:
- More color choices or specific color choice
- Suitable fiber for your project
- Better price for many yarns
- Larger quantities available
Cons:
- True colors vary online
- Shipping cost